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The receivers possess talented youth across the board. Freshmen and sophomores will play the major roles. Several have made strides during prep for 2018. It's truly a spot where fans may not know a lot of the names at the start, but certainly will at the finish.
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WISE BEYOND HIS YEARS
Receivers don't look better than Jhamon Ausbon. His impressive physique is noticeable immediately. But, in making the jump from his first to second year of college football, one might be more enamored with the maturity level.
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When asked this summer if his sensational Belk Bowl game served as a springboard to his sophomore year he was quick to say no – because the Aggies didn't win the game. He offered a team answer to a question praising his individual performance. He's ready to lead despite his youth. But when it comes to this group, a sophomore is an elder statesman.
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The numbers prove Ausbon got more comfortable as a freshman. He made fifty catches in 2017. Half of them, 25, in the first nine games. The other half in a late barrage encompassing the final four games.Â
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He gets the early nod as the leader, but he's not the only one ready to step to the forefront.
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BUCKLE UP
Cam Buckley might be the most vocal receiver. It's easy to hear him, and he's not afraid to bring levity to any situation. But don't be fooled. He can back up every word with actions.
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The one that often carries a smile will be asked to handle some of the load in the pass game.Â
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Buckley had 17 catches in his first college season. Like Ausbon, a lot of it came late. He did haul in some big gainers against Alabama and Mississippi State. Buckley did it in flashes as a freshman, and looks for steadiness as a sophomore.Â
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His speed makes him a downfield threat. It's obvious he thoroughly enjoys the game, and he should be fun to watch.
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ON THE RISE
More need to step up, and they are. In spring and this August, Quartney Davis, Hezekiah Jones, Roshauud Paul and Kendrick Rogers are all carrying added presence.
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Davis has impressed in several practices. Jones has been good this August, and is a former state track champion. Paul has improved, and will likely help in the return game also. Rogers had a quality spring game in April. The sample size has been too small thus far them, but a bigger role is coming. They appear to have prepped well for it.
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Throw in a couple incoming freshmen in Jalen Preston and Caleb Chapman, and a true serving of youth at receiver is complete.
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They'll all be counted on for big plays in 2018. And, they'll all return for '19.
The receivers possess talented youth across the board. Freshmen and sophomores will play the major roles. Several have made strides during prep for 2018. It's truly a spot where fans may not know a lot of the names at the start, but certainly will at the finish.
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WISE BEYOND HIS YEARS
Receivers don't look better than Jhamon Ausbon. His impressive physique is noticeable immediately. But, in making the jump from his first to second year of college football, one might be more enamored with the maturity level.
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When asked this summer if his sensational Belk Bowl game served as a springboard to his sophomore year he was quick to say no – because the Aggies didn't win the game. He offered a team answer to a question praising his individual performance. He's ready to lead despite his youth. But when it comes to this group, a sophomore is an elder statesman.
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The numbers prove Ausbon got more comfortable as a freshman. He made fifty catches in 2017. Half of them, 25, in the first nine games. The other half in a late barrage encompassing the final four games.Â
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He gets the early nod as the leader, but he's not the only one ready to step to the forefront.
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BUCKLE UP
Cam Buckley might be the most vocal receiver. It's easy to hear him, and he's not afraid to bring levity to any situation. But don't be fooled. He can back up every word with actions.
Â
The one that often carries a smile will be asked to handle some of the load in the pass game.Â
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Buckley had 17 catches in his first college season. Like Ausbon, a lot of it came late. He did haul in some big gainers against Alabama and Mississippi State. Buckley did it in flashes as a freshman, and looks for steadiness as a sophomore.Â
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His speed makes him a downfield threat. It's obvious he thoroughly enjoys the game, and he should be fun to watch.
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ON THE RISE
More need to step up, and they are. In spring and this August, Quartney Davis, Hezekiah Jones, Roshauud Paul and Kendrick Rogers are all carrying added presence.
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Davis has impressed in several practices. Jones has been good this August, and is a former state track champion. Paul has improved, and will likely help in the return game also. Rogers had a quality spring game in April. The sample size has been too small thus far them, but a bigger role is coming. They appear to have prepped well for it.
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Throw in a couple incoming freshmen in Jalen Preston and Caleb Chapman, and a true serving of youth at receiver is complete.
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They'll all be counted on for big plays in 2018. And, they'll all return for '19.